Merriam Park West is a neighborhood that borders the Mississippi River in west Saint Paul, Minnesota. Convenient to both downtown Minneapolis and downtown Saint Paul, this neighborhood attracts affluent professionals. Thanks to the close proximity to several higher education options, you’ll also find students here, as well as a variety of student housing, such as studios, small apartments and duplexes. Queen Anne style homes that date back to the late 1800s are common among the single-family homes. Together with Merriam Park East, this neighborhood was named after a local entrepreneur and early neighborhood developer – John L. Merriam. The zip code for Merriam Park West is 55104, and it belongs to Ramsey County.
Several top-notch private colleges and universities are in the immediate area, including the University of St. Thomas, Macalester College and St. Catherine University. This not only draws college students to the area, but also assures that there is no shortage of unique cultural events, entertainment and dining options in and around the neighborhood. North of Merriam Park West, on the other side of Interstate 94, are Hamline University and the larger University of Minnesota – St. Paul and Minneapolis campuses.
Another feature of this neighborhood is the Town and Country Club. This private golf club with scenic river views has all the basic amenities that you’d expect from a private club, including a fitness center, pool and tennis courts.
Those looking for outdoor recreation in Merriam Park West might head to the Merriam Terrace Park on North Prior Avenue or the Merriam Park Recreation Center on St. Anthony Avenue. The latter features two tennis courts, two soccer fields, baseball and softball fields, a batting cage, skate park, basketball court, children’s play areas and other amenities, all open to the public. The nearby river also provides easy access to pedestrian and bicycling trails.
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